Storage Tips for a Seamless Transition
Moving to a new place can be exciting, but it almost always comes with hard work. The good news is that you can lessen your overall workload and make the days and weeks leading up to your moving day less stressful and more efficient.
Calculate How Much Self Storage Space You Need
Before considering renting a self storage unit, you should know how much space you need. A helpful, knowledgeable Storage Concierge can help you find the right unit at a Mini Mall Storage facility near you. You can also explore our storage unit size guide to determine your storage needs.
Choose the Right Self Storage Unit
The type of storage unit you choose depends on your needs. Are you storing wooden furniture, electronics, or paper documents? Choose climate-controlled storage for these and other temperature- and humidity-sensitive belongings. Our climate-controlled units maintain a stable storage environment in any season. Additionally, climate control can help prevent mold in your storage unit by keeping its humidity levels low. We also offer:
Clean Your Belongings Before Storage
Clean your belongings before storing them to ensure they are still in the same condition as when you moved into your unit. Wash clothes, vacuum furniture, and wipe down food-related appliances before storing them.
In addition to keeping your belongings fresh, cleaning your belongings before storage can help prevent mice and other pests. If you keep non-perishable food items in your unit, ensure they’re in airtight containers that rodents can’t chew through, but perishable food items should never be stored in the unit.
How to Pack a Self Storage Unit
Once you’ve chosen the right storage unit and properly prepared your belongings for storage, it’s time to start packing your unit! Each storage experience is unique, so there’s no “one size fits all” answer for packing your storage unit. Storing belongings for renovation, decluttering projects, or moving across town will require different storage requirements. However, we have a few general guidelines to help make your unit packing experience easier.
Start Packing Boxes Early
Give yourself enough time to avoid the stress of packing quickly. We recommend treating your unit move-in like a regular moving day. Start packing two to three weeks before your unit rental lease begins. This will help ensure you pack efficiently so your storage unit stays organized and your belongings are easily accessible later.
Load Your Vehicle Properly
Whether it’s your personal vehicle or a professional moving truck, it’s key to load your belongings properly for transportation. Load your heavy items first, then your mid-sized items, and finally your smallest ones, such as pillows, magazines, etc. Now, your vehicle is full of sturdy stacks of boxes ready for transportation.
Use Dollies and Handcarts
When you’ve transported your belongings to your Mini Mall Storage unit, save time and backaches with our dollies and handcarts. Slide your boxes or heavy belongings onto the dolly or handcart and load your unit efficiently.
Keep Your Items Accessible
While you should pack your items by size and weight, be mindful of the boxes or items you’ll need quick access to. If you have seasonal clothing or documents you need to reach quickly, store them as closely as possible to your unit’s door.
Rent Your Mini Mall Storage Unit Today
From the moment you start packing your first box until you finish loading your self storage unit, Mini Mall Storage strives to provide an affordable, convenient self storage experience. When you’re ready to create more space in your home or business, find a storage facility and rent your Mini Mall Storage unit online!
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